Lead Diesel Mechanic-$5000 New Hire Bonus-Day 1 Benefits!

WM; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health care (dental, vision, Rx)

Tool allowance

Boot allowance

Company 401(k) match

Education assistance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

WM in Meridian, MS is seeking a Lead Diesel Mechanic to join our team. You will diagnose, inspect, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems across a range of vehicles and equipment, while upholding safety standards.

This role offers a starting pay of 28 to 35+ per hour, stable hours Monday–Friday, and a sign-on bonus of 5000. We provide comprehensive healthcare, tool and boot allowances, and a 401(k) match to support your family’s future.

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant work experience.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts.
• Perform work within Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with OSHA standards and safety procedures.
• Complete required paperwork documenting parts usage and repair times.

Skills

Mechanic experience

Team player

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Job description

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your family’s financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.

Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That’s what you get as a Lead Diesel Mechanic at WM – and more.

The pay and benefits you’ll get as a Lead Diesel Mechanic:

• Starting salary of $28-$35+ per hour depending on experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Tool allowance reimbursement up to $500 per quarter
• Boot allowance worth an additional $150 per year
• A sign-on bonus of $5000
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• We are committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistant Benefit available for team members
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for a Lead Diesel Mechanic. Whether you are planning on building or expanding your family or looking for the next step in your career – WM is there, helping build the best and total you.

The hours and location you’ll work in as a Lead Diesel Mechanic with WM:

• Monday-Friday every week (Occasional Saturdays as needed)
• 7:00 am-4:00 pm
• We’re committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work life balance you need.
• The normal setting for this job is a repair / maintenance shop at our Meridian, MS hauling site.

Those are the key details on pay and schedule – now here’s more on what you’ll be doing as a Lead Diesel Mechanic at WM.

Here’s more of what you’ll do:

• Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts.
• Perform your work within our Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
• Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Safety checks on vehicles – the safety of every single employee and the people in our communities is our number one priority
• Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

What do you need to be considered for the role of Lead Diesel Mechanic?

• 4 years of relevant work experience
• A valid drivers license, with a clean driving record
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

The kind of people who thrive in our teams:

• Team players who care about everyone in the shop
• Happy working independently and as part of a team
• Likes variety – every day provides a new challenge
• Determined problem solvers.

Work environment and physical demands

• Required to exert physical effort that will include but is not limited to frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; Constantly standing, walking, and grasping; Occasionally: sitting and balancing
• Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) often;
• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often;
• This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.